2005 Honda Logo vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 588 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Logo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Logo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
